"Fair landscape" primarily functions as a noun phrase.
/fɛr ˈlændskeɪp/
The phrase "fair landscape" refers to a visually pleasing or attractive scene, typically consisting of natural elements such as hills, fields, forests, or meadows. The term "fair" here is used in the sense of beauty or pleasantness rather than its common meanings related to fairness or an event (like a fair). This expression is not frequently used in everyday conversation but can often be found in literature, poetry, or descriptive writing that emphasizes the beauty of nature.
In general, phrases similar to "fair landscape" are more common in written contexts, especially in artistic or romantic descriptions, rather than in oral speech.
The artist captured the beauty of the fair landscape in her painting.
(L'artista ha catturato la bellezza del paesaggio incantevole nella sua pittura.)
As we hiked up the hill, we marveled at the fair landscape spread out before us.
(Mentre salivamo sulla collina, ammiravamo il paesaggio incantevole che si estendeva davanti a noi.)
The book described a fair landscape where the sun set behind rolling hills.
(Il libro descriveva un paesaggio incantevole dove il sole tramontava dietro dolci colline.)
While "fair landscape" itself may not often appear in idiomatic expressions, variations using the word "fair" show its rich idiomatic usage. Below are examples of idioms involving "fair" that convey different meanings, often relating to beauty or justice.
All's fair in love and war.
(Tutto è lecito in amore e in guerra.)
The fair maiden won the heart of the prince.
(La fanciulla incantevole conquistò il cuore del principe.)
The project must be a fair deal for all employees involved.
(Il progetto deve essere una questione giusta per tutti i dipendenti coinvolti.)
They say it's not fair to take advantage of someone's kindness.
(Dicono che non è giusto approfittare della bontà altrui.)
She believes that every child deserves a fair shot at success.
(Crede che ogni bambino meriti una possibilità eque di successo.)
The word "fair" originates from the Old English "fæger," meaning beautiful, pleasant, or pleasing. This has Germanic roots, correlating with words in various Germanic languages that have similar meanings. The term "landscape," however, derives from the Dutch "landschap," which combines "land" with "schap," a suffix denoting shape or condition. This term began to be used in English in the 17th century, primarily referring to a visual representation of land.
Synonyms: - Beautiful scenery - Picturesque view - Attractive terrain
Antonyms: - Ugly landscape - Unattractive scenery - Dismal view